NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1608 E Bell Ave Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $250,000 - $274,409

3 Beds
2 Baths
978 Sq Ft
$264/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 13, 2023

Last sale price $265,000 $271 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,757/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shades
  • Patio

About This Home

As of July 2023

This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sitting on half acre lot with many updates is a must see! The kitchen features granite countertops, new cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, as well as new light fixtures that you will continue to see throughout the home. Granite counter tops are also featured in the bathrooms. Original hardwood floors in all 3 bedrooms and living space. The rest of the home has all new carpet and new laminate flooring. Make sure to check out the backyard that has a new paved patio & retaining wall, new deck, and chain link fence surrounding the half acre lot, which makes this backyard space great for entertaining! Call for a private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christina Anderson

EXIT Realty & Associates Listed on: 05/31/2023

EXIT Realty & Associates

Last Buyer's Agent

Tiffany Larsen

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,842

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 0.49 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 90x239
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Split Foyer
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 978 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Family Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01006092005000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,842

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Foyer
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 265.75
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 270.96
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 912
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 670
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 978
  • Total Sq Ft: 978

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: See Remarks
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4940
  • Lot S F: 21510
  • Lot Size: 90X239
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01006092005000
  • Zoning: R

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4842.00
  • Net Taxes: 4842.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 31, 2023
Closed on
Jul 13, 2023
Sold by
Ellis Janelle E and Ellis Gregory S
Bought by
Mesker Kennedy Graison and Keller John Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Christina Anderson
EXIT Realty & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Tiffany Larsen
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.96%
Views
6
Current Estimated Value
$258,352

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,648
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.82%
Original Mortgage
$238,500
Outstanding Balance
$233,970
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$26,313

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2017
Closed on
Aug 28, 2017
Sold by
Des Moines Building Llc
Bought by
Ellis Janelle E
Seller's Agent
Ben Bryant
Associated Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jude Sellner
Iowa Realty Waukee
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$173,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,400
-6.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.48%
Original Mortgage
$137,600
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2016
Sold by
Carrington Mtg Services Llc
Bought by
Des Moines Building Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2016
Sold by
Jordan Damon B and Jordan Pamela J
Bought by
Carrington Mortgage Services Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2016
Sold by
Sheriff Of Polk County and Mccarthy Bill
Bought by
Carrington Mortgage Services Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2004
Sold by
Witzenberg Michael A
Bought by
Jordan Damon B and Jordan Pamela A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,100
Interest Rate
8.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 1997
Sold by
Smith Dale Edward and Smith Brenda Sue
Bought by
Witzenberg Michael A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
7.42%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mesker Kennedy Graison $265,000 None Listed On Document
Ellis Janelle E -- None Available
Des Moines Building Llc $97,000 None Available
Carrington Mortgage Services Llc $116,590 None Available
Carrington Mortgage Services Llc $116,590 None Available
Jordan Damon B $128,500 Itc
Witzenberg Michael A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mesker Kennedy Graison $238,500
Previous Owner Ellis Janelle E $137,600
Previous Owner Jordan Damon B $15,729
Previous Owner Jordan Damon B $134,893
Previous Owner Jordan Damon B $129,000
Previous Owner Jordan Damon B $116,100
Previous Owner Witzenberg Michael A $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/13/2023 07/13/23 Sold $265,000 +2.0% $271 / Sq Ft
06/06/2023 06/06/23 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2023 05/31/23 For Sale $259,900 +49.8% $266 / Sq Ft
08/31/2017 08/31/17 Sold $173,500 -6.2% $177 / Sq Ft
07/10/2017 07/10/17 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2017 05/15/17 For Sale $184,900 -- $189 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,576 $243,100 $44,100 $199,000
2023 $4,520 $243,100 $44,100 $199,000
2022 $4,484 $200,700 $37,500 $163,200
2021 $4,258 $200,700 $37,500 $163,200
2020 $4,418 $179,200 $33,500 $145,700
2019 $4,034 $179,200 $33,500 $145,700
2018 $3,584 $158,600 $27,400 $131,200
2017 $3,078 $134,700 $27,400 $107,300
2016 $2,994 $122,300 $24,600 $97,700
2015 $2,994 $122,300 $24,600 $97,700
2014 $3,300 $132,900 $26,700 $106,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christina Anderson

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Christina Anderson

    EXIT Realty & Associates

    2 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Christina Anderson
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  • Tiffany Larsen

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Tiffany Larsen

    RE/MAX

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Tiffany Larsen
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  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Ben Bryant

    Associated Realty

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jude Sellner

    Iowa Realty Waukee

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 674305

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-06092005000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50320 Pioneer Park

1608 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1608 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 since 31 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $258,352, approximately $264 per square foot. This property was built in 1978. 1608 E Bell Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Jackson Elementary School, Weeks Middle School, and East High School.

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